Loads and Dynamics Analyst, II

Ursa Major
Berthoud, CO
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to structural engineers with dynamic analysis expertise working in aerospace and defense propulsion systems.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with structural analysis experience in motor and vehicle programs
    — “Perform loads development for motor and vehicle programs”
  • Individuals who can bridge analytical models with physical testing and real-world applications
    — “Work closely with test teams; identify test activities and instrumentation necessary to anchor analytical models”
  • Engineers comfortable with process improvement and organizational efficiency initiatives
    — “introduction of processes, practices, and approaches that improve organizational efficiency”

Things to consider

  • Must be a U.S. Person and eligible for a security clearance
    — “Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with dynamic loads and structural modeling in aerospace applications
    — “Experience in dynamic analysis methods (structural dynamics, dynamic loads, acoustics, modal, random and sine vibration, and shock response)”
  • Emphasize collaboration with manufacturing teams to assess and repair nonconforming hardware
    — “Collaborate with the manufacturing team to assess nonconforming hardware for development and flight components”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • loads development for motor and vehicle programs
  • component and system level dynamics analysis
  • develop, verify, and validate structural models
Typical background
B.S. degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering2+ years of experience performing structural analysis

Skills & requirements

Required

Structural AnalysisDynamic Analysis MethodsLoads DevelopmentFinite Element AnalysisModel Grounding

Preferred

GFEM DevelopmentLow Cycle Fatigue AnalysisFemap/nastran

Stack & domain

Structural AnalysisDynamic Analysis MethodsLoads DevelopmentFinite Element AnalysisFemap/nastranCollaborationProblem-solvingCommunicationAerospaceDefensePropulsion

About the role

Original posting from Ursa Major

The future of aerospace and defense starts here. 

Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands. 

As a Loads and Dynamics Analyst II you will train, under the L&D lead, on loads development across multiple motors in support of various vehicles, all-up-rounds, and propulsion systems. This will include assessment of nonconforming hardware and introduction of processes, practices, and approaches that improve organizational efficiency. 

Key Responsibilities 

Perform loads development for motor and vehicle programs 

Perform load spectrum development for service life assessment 

Assess motor performance under dynamic loads such as random vibration and shock 

Perform component and system level dynamics analysis 

Develop, verify, and validate structural models 

Work closely with test teams; identify test activities and instrumentation necessary to anchor analytical models 

Propagate loads to vehicle and motor components 

Collaborate with the manufacturing team to assess nonconforming hardware for development and flight components and provide recommended dispositions and repairs 

Required Qualifications 

B.S. degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a comparable field 

2+ years of experience performing structural analysis 

Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment 

Experience in dynamic analysis methods (structural dynamics, dynamic loads, acoustics, modal, random and sine vibration, and shock response) 

Experience in loads development for vehicle and/or motor applications 

Experience anchoring analytical models to physical testing 

Preferred Qualifications 

M.S. degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a comparable field, ideally focusing on solid mechanics, fatigue, fracture, or structural dynamics 

GFEM development and model grounding experience 

Low Cycle Fatigue Analysis (LCF, crack initiation predicted by a strain-life/e-N approach) 

Experience performing Finite Element Analysis (FEA/FEM) using commercial codes (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, or NASTRAN-based solvers) 

Experience with Femap/Nastran 

Experience taking components through dynamic acceptance and qualification testing 

A strong theoretical background in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and/or compressible flow 

Thermal-Structural static analysis experience particularly dealing with nonlinear materials and large strains 

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $87,000 - $109,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. 

Classification: Full-time Exempt

Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement

Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)

Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D

Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport

EAP Program

Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match

How To Apply: 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. 

We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

No outside recruiters, please.

Source: Ursa Major careers

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